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Wooden Decking in Waltham Forest

Wooden decking is an increasingly common option for creating outdoor seating areas in gardens. Due to the natural beauty of wood, they can be very fashionable spaces that can be used year round with the help of external heating and lighting. Wooden decking is generally fitted in locations in front of patio or French doors where they can create a smooth transition between interior and exterior spaces. Wooden decking is available in virtually any size or shape to fit any area. Curved designs or large areas joined by pathways can produce a stunning effect. Wooden decking is reasonably simple to install and causes minimal disruption, particularly in comparison to alternate options like patio or paving. It can even be installed over the top of a pre-existing patio. It is vital however to be certain that your wooden decking is structurally sound and capable of taking the load of any furniture or plants that you would like to use on the decking. There is a choice of varieties of wood that can be used in wooden decking. Generally decking is constructed from hardwood, but there are softwoods available that fulfil the durability specifications. As hardwood decking will demand maintenance, which generally requires yearly cleaning and staining for weather proofing, composite woods have become more popular for use in wooden decking because they are stronger and require significantly less maintenance.

Average Wooden decking cost in Waltham Forest

The typical cost of Wooden decking is £1500. Costs can change based upon the materials and the firm hired. The upper price range can be as high as £1725. The material costs are commonly approximately £375

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Prices based on actual Wooden decking costs for Waltham Forest, as reported by local LeadsDoWork members.

Wooden decking installation cost in Waltham Forest 2026

Labour cost £1,050
Material cost £375
Waste removal £75
Time frame: 1-4 days
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Waltham Forest

The London Borough of Waltham Forest is a London borough in north east London, England. The local authority is Waltham Forest London Borough Council. It covers an overall area of roughly 14.99 square miles. The borough is situated between Epping Forest and Essex in the north, Redbridge towards the east, Newham and Hackney to the south, and Haringey and Enfield in the west, where the River Lea and Lea Valley and the surrounding parkland forms a green corridor separating north and east London. Major districts are Leyton and Leytonstone in the south, Walthamstow in the middle, and Chingford in the north.

According to population estimates from the middle of 2014, Waltham Forest is a borough with a permanent population of around 268020 inhabitants. The north and south of the borough, split by the North Circular Road, contrast markedly in terms of ethnicity and socio-economic indicators, with built-up urban districts towards the south having inner-city characteristics, and more affluent residential development in the north with open spaces, parks, and playing fields.

Historically known as the seat of the Arts and Crafts Movement under the stewardship of William Morris, Waltham Forest has continued to help several modern artists and art groups. The annual E17 Art Trail, which includes open studios, exhibitions and events, is the greatest art occasion within the borough, and there's now a comparable occasion in Leytonstone. Waltham Forest was among the six London boroughs that hosted the 2012 Summer Olympics.

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Surbiton Landscaping

56 review(s)
Based: in Kingston upon thames, KT6 4JX

Surbiton landscaping and building services in business since 1999 very professional run, family Business that takes pride in their work

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Paul M., GU2
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Garden Decking in Guildford

Friendly, knowledgeable and got the job done on time. Thanks

Advanced Tree and Landscaping Services

15 review(s)
Based: in Watford, WD24 7LS

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Michael F., HA8
4

Garden Decking in Edgware

The job was well done, some of the finishing could have been better

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13 Sep

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London - W9

Enquiry from: Alex M

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Replace old decking in garden. 5x4m

Property: terrace

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28 Mar

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London - SE24

Enquiry from: Stefanie P

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Hello, I have a smallish patio that is very green and needs cleaning and some love. How much would that cost? Thanks, Stefanie

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28 Mar

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Croydon - CR0

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I need to renew the decking in my garden

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19 Oct

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Welling - DA16

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Approx. 26 sq m of Timber nonslip decking to be fitted, incorporating a ramp

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07 Oct

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Chigwell - IG7

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Hi, i would like to install decking around 24m2. i need quotation for installation. thank you

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27 Sep

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London - SE9

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Old decking needs removing and taken away

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29 Aug

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London - SW12

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Miss lives in the london area and would like a call to discuss options

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09 Aug

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London - SE20

Enquiry from: Diana Y

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To place a wooden deck, about 4*3 metres

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15 Jun

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Romford - RM1

Enquiry from: Khemraj H

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Build decking 3m x 6m flat ground using adjustable risers

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02 Jun

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London - W3

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Rip and replace raised garden decking (wood) with 3 steps in my garden flat. approx. 10m2

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15 May

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South Ockendon - RM15

Enquiry from: Keith M

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I am looking to have a small deck installed, ideally made from composite materials for durability and low maintenance. The area I would like it fitted is approximately 5 feet by 5 feet. Please let me

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Romford - RM5

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Bromley, Keston - BR2

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Cleaning/sanding and a protective coating for existing wooden decking and a balustrade, plus replacement of broken boards. advice on future treatment. on-site parking is available. 

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Hornchurch - RM12

Enquiry from: Mark J

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To remove old decking and get a new deck supplied and fitted, either wood or cheapest option, it needs to be seen to quote on

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13 Mar

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London - SE18

Enquiry from: Paul M

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Old decking removed new decking and base boards replaced

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London - SW8

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FAQs

Will I need safety barriers or balustrades for my decking?

If your deck isn’t going to be flat to the ground, it’s a good idea to have some kind of balustrade to avoid any tripping. If the gap between the deck and the ground is less than 600mm, use a 900mm balustrade. If it’s higher than 600mm, the balustrade should be 1100mm tall.

How much is decking?
How much decking costs depends on the type of material you go for, how big you want your decking to be and where you live in the country. But typically, the cost of decking is between £1,200 - £1,800. The most popular material for decking is pre-treated softwood, which will set you back around £1,000 for 15m2. Hardwood is more expensive but is more durable, and will cost approximately £2,000 for the same amount. Homeowners are also beginning to choose composite decking, which is made from recycled plastic and wood fibres, and is low-maintenance and eco-friendly. This will cost around £1,600 for 15m2, while uPVC which is also a low-maintenance option costs around £600. People tend to choose composite over uPVC because it looks more like natural timber. If you’re a competent DIYer, you might want to have a go at laying decking yourself which will set you back around £1,000 for a standard softwood timber deck. We think it’s worth paying the extra £600 for a professional to lay your decking, since they will be able to do it much more quickly. If you do want to try it yourself, we recommend leaving at least a whole weekend open to do it, but it’s likely to take you longer. Factor in the possibility of having to take time off work to complete it and it might be more cost-effective to leave it to the pros.
How to lay decking on uneven ground?
There are two ways to lay decking on uneven ground. We’ve explained how to build a raised deck in our FAQ ‘How to build a raised deck’ above, and that’s great for uneven ground or sloped gardens. But there’s another way that you can lay decking on uneven ground if you don’t want a raised deck: you can create a level supporting base. We’ll go through the basics here. Materials you’ll need
  • Paving slabs – old or cheap ones are fine
  • Timber for the frame and legs
  • Type 1 MOT hardcore
How to lay decking on uneven ground
  1. Mark out the area as we explain in ‘How to lay decking’. Then, dig to 200mm below where you want to surface of the decking to be.
  2. Add a 50mm layer of hardcore and make sure it’s compact.
  3. Build the decking sub-frame as we describe in ‘How to build a deck frame’.
  4. Lay out paving slabs along the edges and in the centre of the area. This will help to spread the weight of the decking.
  5. Set the decking frame on the slabs, checking for high or low points and adding off-cuts of timber where needed. Don’t forget to sand and seal these off-cuts with decking preservative.
  6. Add your joists and then the deck boards, leaving the recommended gaps of expansion of between 5-8mm.
Building your decking on top of paving slabs is a good way to get it level, but you still may not be able to get as good a finish as if a professional did it. If you’re in any doubt, get in contact with some decking specialists and see what they would recommend.
Can I fit a hot tub on my terrace or decking?

Yes, although you should make sure that the terrace or decking is able to support the weight of a hot tub. Usually, you will need to have a structural survey carried out on the area. Seek the advise of a hot tub retailer or installer about the logistics of installing one at your property.

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